Summer Programs in California

Summer programs in California for middle and high school students run the gamut from intensive pre-college programs at famous colleges and universities to kayaking adventures in the icy waters of a mountain stream. Or, you could attend a performing or visual arts summer summer program in California and learn to sing like a rock star or make a film worthy of an Oscar. Programs for middle school and high school students are offered in big cities like San Francisco and Los Angeles, as well as in wilderness areas like Yosemite.

Search Results (59 results found)

Watch Video

Your request will be sent directly to Maysoon Dong, Program Director, at UC San Diego: Pre-College Programs.

UC San Diego Extension Pre-College Programs

La Jolla, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

  Visit Website

UC San Diego Extension’s Pre-College Programs provide 3rd - 12th-grade students opportunities to become immersed in intellectually and academically enriching experiences that leverage the power ... (more)

Your request will be sent directly to Ryan Holzer, Director, at Rosetta Institute.

Rosetta Institute: Biomedical Camps

San Jose, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

  Visit Website

The Rosetta Institute of Biomedical Research offers Molecular Medicine workshops for high achieving high school and middle school students interested in pursuing a career in ... (more)

Watch Video

Your request will be sent directly to Victoria Fox, Executive Director, at Pathways to Stem Cell Science.

Pathways to Stem Cell Science

Torrance, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

  Visit Website

Want to learn cutting-edge science from professional researchers working hands-on with stem cells in a biotech research lab? We offer this and more! Pathways to Stem ... (more)

Watch Video

Your request will be sent directly to Client Services at iD Tech Camps.

Virtual Tech Camps from iD Tech

Campbell, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

  Visit Website

Our spring and summer Virtual Tech Camps are the perfect, home-based option for students seeking the collaborative spirit of our on-campus programs. For many, learning ... (more)

Watch Video

Your request will be sent directly to Megan Lancaster, Program Director, at UC San Diego: Pre-College Programs.

UC San Diego: Sally Ride Science Junior Academy

La Jolla, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

  Visit Website

Sally Ride Science Junior Academy offers science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) workshops for students entering the 3rd-12th grade. Students assume the roles of ... (more)

Loyola Marymount University Precollege Summer Programs

Los Angeles, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

Visit Website

Loyola Marymount University offers a unique 2021 summer program with courses that range from subjects like: Acting for the Camera, Environmental Science, and Sports & ... (more)

LMU Pre-College Programs: Intro to Comics and Graphic Novels

Los Angeles, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

Visit Website

Spend the summer learning about the history of comics and graphic novels, and creating your own comic! This course will provide an opportunity to explore ... (more)

LMU Pre-College Programs - Political Science: Race Relations

Los Angeles, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

Visit Website

The "Political Science: Race Relations" program will focus on political and social issues that Black and Latinx groups, as well as their Asian and White ... (more)

LMU Pre-College Programs: Beginning Screenwriting

Los Angeles, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

Visit Website

Coupled with analytical viewings of movies students will have the chance to discuss the art, craft, and business of being a writer in the film ... (more)

LMU Pre-College Programs: Graphic Design for Publication

Los Angeles, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

Visit Website

An introduction to the basic principles of visual design, daily lessons will be applied to communication problems involving message and audience. LMU's Pre-College Summer Program ... (more)

iD Tech Camps | Held at University of San Diego

San Diego, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

Visit Website

This summer, teens can explore a prestigious campus, make friends as they master new STEM skills, and join a community of 450,000 alumni who are ... (more)

LMU Pre-College Programs: Design for Stage and Screen

Los Angeles, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

Visit Website

This course is designed to introduce students to the practice and techniques of costume, and set design for theatre and film. LMU's Pre-College Summer Program ... (more)

Alexa Cafe: All-Girls STEM Camp | Held at UC Berkeley

Berkeley, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

Visit Website

At Alexa Cafe at UC Berkeley, girls ages 10–15 tap into the power of technology, exploring leadership, entrepreneurship, and social impact along the way. Ideas ... (more)

iD Tech Camps | Held at Loyola Marymount

Los Angeles, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

Visit Website

This summer, teens can explore a prestigious campus, make friends as they master new STEM skills, and join a community of 450,000 alumni who are ... (more)

LMU Pre-College Programs: Acting for the Camera

Los Angeles, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

Visit Website

In addition to camera basics, students will learn about working with lighting, microphones and editing programs. Daily opportunities to perform on camera, review the takes ... (more)

Alexa Cafe: All-Girls STEM Camp | Held at Caltech

Pasadena, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

Visit Website

At Alexa Cafe held at Caltech, girls ages 10–15 tap into the power of technology, exploring leadership, entrepreneurship, and social impact along the way. Ideas ... (more)

Stanford AI4ALL

Stanford, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

Visit Website

Stanford AI4ALL is a three-week residential summer program that aims to increase diversity in the field of Artificial Intelligence and teach students about artificial intelligence ... (more)

iD Tech Camps | Held at UC Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

Visit Website

This summer, teens can explore a prestigious campus, make friends as they master new STEM skills, and join a community of 450,000 alumni who are ... (more)

iD Tech Camps | Held at CSU San Marcos

San Marcos, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

Visit Website

This summer, teens can explore a prestigious campus, make friends as they master new STEM skills, and join a community of 450,000 alumni who are ... (more)

iD Tech Camps | Held at CSU Long Beach

Long Beach, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

Visit Website

This summer, teens can explore a prestigious campus, make friends as they master new STEM skills, and join a community of 450,000 alumni who are ... (more)

LMU Pre-College Programs: Film Production: Social Impact Filmmaking

Los Angeles, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

Visit Website

Creating media that is socially responsible and highly effective, students in this four week intensive film program will gain experience in production and delve into ... (more)

Leangap - Summer High School Entrepreneurship & Technology Program

San Francisco, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

Visit Website

Leangap™ teaches high school students how to launch a successful startup in one summer. Students develop their ideas from concept to launch getting real customers ... (more)

UC Davis Pre-College Program

Davis, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

Visit Website

Explore life beyond high school with the UC Davis Pre-College Program. Taught by UC Davis faculty, you'll be able to explore topics about equine and ... (more)

LMU Pre-College Programs: Intro to Entrepreneurship

Los Angeles, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

Visit Website

Programs outcomes include: explore a passion that drives you and gain insight into your own entrepreneurial spirit, learn how to work closely with peers on ... (more)

iD Tech Camps | Held at UC San Diego

La Jolla, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

Visit Website

This summer, teens can explore a prestigious campus, make friends as they master new STEM skills, and join a community of 450,000 alumni who are ... (more)

LMU Pre-College Programs: Global Sports & Entertainment Business Academy

Los Angeles, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

Visit Website

Learn innovative business concepts through a variety of online lessons, panel discussions and group work!  LMU's Pre-College Summer Program applications are currently closed.  2022 applications ... (more)

Alexa Cafe: All-Girls STEM Camp | Held at Palo Alto High School

Palo Alto, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

Visit Website

At Alexa Cafe at Palo Alto High School, girls ages 10–15 tap into the power of technology, exploring leadership, entrepreneurship, and social impact along the ... (more)

iD Tech Camps | Held at Caltech

Pasadena, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

Visit Website

This summer, teens can explore a prestigious campus, make friends as they master new STEM skills, and join a community of 450,000 alumni who are ... (more)

LMU Pre-College Programs: Environmental Science - The Living City

Los Angeles, CA  -   Summer Program  -  

Visit Website

Explore how biology, chemistry, physics, and engineering intersect to inform urban ecologists on the ever evolving threats that face local environments.  LMU's Summer Pre-College applications ... (more)

Click here to see more